Miłosz Mikołajczak

Mod Cut with Chinese knife

1:24:13 Pro Medium men's haircut Mod • Chinese knife • Texture and quilting
Mod Cut men's haircut course using a Chinese razor for medium-length hair. Learn how to create a sculpted, textured hairstyle that effectively balances the proportions of a client's long face.
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The result and the process

Mod Cut z nożem chińskim – Miłosz Mikołajczak
Mod Cut z nożem chińskim – Miłosz Mikołajczak
Mod Cut z nożem chińskim – Miłosz Mikołajczak

What you'll learn

01

How to trim the entire rear panel in one go using a redirect.

02

How to use two cutting techniques: gliding and cutting into the strand.

03

How to use pivot separations (“mandarin”) to create a rounded shape.

04

How to create a choppy base for a hairstyle using the nape-line technique.

05

How to choose a haircut for an oblong face that balances its proportions.

06

How to complete a full haircut at a salon in about 35 minutes.

The Mod Cut with a Chinese razor is a modern, textured men’s haircut for medium-length hair that owes its entire form and versatility to a single tool—the Chinese razor. This course shows you how to create a dynamic hairstyle in 35 minutes that intentionally balances the proportions of a client’s long face and offers him plenty of everyday styling options.

Miłosz Mikołajczak guides you through the entire process, starting with a consultation and a haircut plan tailored to the anatomy of an oblong face. Step by step, he demonstrates how to combine the nape line technique with flat layers on the sides and pivot sections at the top. You’ll see his signature method of cutting the entire back section in a single motion with a redirect, which builds shape and saves time in the salon.

In this course, you'll learn:

  • Cutting the entire back panel in a single stroke with a 90-degree turn—a technique that creates a triangular shape and an internal texture
  • Two basic cutting techniques: gliding along the surface of the hair for a light look, and cutting into the strand to reduce volume
  • Strategic sectioning, including pivot cuts (“mandarin”) for even weight distribution and a rounded shape
  • The technique of cutting the back of the neck at a 0-degree angle, which adds volume and creates a solid, yet textured foundation for the hairstyle
  • Deliberately styling an asymmetrical fringe and sweeping hair across the forehead to visually narrow the client’s long face
  • How to accurately measure the length on the other side of your head using a comb as a ruler—without guessing
  • A complete styling routine using a diffuser and clips to secure the bangs, highlighting the natural curl and texture

After this course, the Chinese razor will become your tool for quickly creating sculpted, textured hairstyles. You’ll learn to control disconnections and layers to consciously sculpt a shape tailored to the client’s anatomy, and your portfolio will be enriched with a modern cut that the client can style in many ways—from a polished look to controlled dishevelment.

What's inside

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1:40
01

The purpose of the haircut: to slim the face

"We're going to go in that direction to make it a little more compact, which means sweeping his hair over his forehead."

8:37
02

Priority: front view

"Even if the back ends up being flat, the front is supposed to be really good."

17:03
03

Line technique - head tilt

"Tilting my head forward will help me achieve that zero-degree angle."

23:13
04

Cutting the entire panel in a single motion

"Without moving this hand, I'll stab myself with a Chinese knife and cut off everything I have here in one swift motion."

33:45
05

The key to the flat layer on the sides

"The key to my success will be making sure my hair is pulled back parallel to the floor."

50:06
06

The principle of texturing with a Chinese knife

"You have to make sure not to cut past the midpoint of the hair with the Chinese scissors."

59:14
07

Working with the direction of hair growth

"We shouldn't work against the grain; in other words, at this point, we need to read the grain."

68:28
08

Controlling your bangs when styling your hair

"I don't want it to have too much volume. I want these bangs to lie nicely on our client's forehead."

Frequently Asked Questions

What tools are needed to create this haircut?
The main tool is a Chinese knife. In addition to this, the course uses a comb, hair clips, and a diffuser for the final styling.
Will this technique work on hair that tends to curl?
Yes, the course is demonstrated on a model with hair that has a slight tendency to wave. The Chinese razor cut technique and styling with a diffuser are designed to highlight the hair’s natural movement and texture.
Does the course show how to tailor a haircut to the shape of the client's face?
Absolutely. A key element of the course is consciously planning a haircut that takes into account the anatomy of an oblong face, in order to visually balance its proportions and create harmony.
Is this haircut quick and suitable for a salon setting?
Yes, the course focuses on efficient techniques, such as cutting an entire section in a single stroke. The instructor emphasizes that the entire haircut should take no more than 35–45 minutes.
Is there a disconnection in this haircut?
Yes, this hairstyle deliberately uses a disconnect. The tutorial shows how to create a disconnect between the back section and the top section to achieve the desired shape and texture.
Does Miłosz also explain how to add texture without cutting the hair?
Yes, the course demonstrates two styling techniques. The first involves running the scissors along the surface of the hair to create a light, airy look, and the second involves cutting into the hair shaft to reduce volume without altering the length.

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